IRS Resolution & Audit Support

Written by Dr. Pellumb Kabashi, DBA, MBA, CES, CFE, EA Founder, Tax Expert Today LLC · Tax advisors, enrolled agents, CPAs, and attorneys · Serving clients in all 50 states

IRS Audit Representation and Tax Resolution in Naples, FL and Nationwide

Few experiences are more stressful than dealing with the IRS. Whether it’s a notice, an audit, or back taxes that have gotten out of hand, the process can feel overwhelming without the right guidance. At Tax Expert Today LLC, based in Naples, Florida, we provide the support, advocacy, and expertise you need to navigate IRS challenges with confidence, locally and across the United States, with concentrated client communities in Florida, California, Texas, and Georgia.

Dr. Kabashi, our founder, is an experienced tax and business advisor with a Doctorate in Business Administration. With a background that spans corporate, legal, and tax environments, Dr. Kabashi has the knowledge and perspective to approach even the most complex cases. As a Certified Fraud Examiner, he is also uniquely equipped to untangle complicated records and address situations where accuracy and detail are critical. Our team is authorized to represent clients directly before the IRS in all 50 states, so you don’t need to be on the call.

Our IRS resolution services cover a wide range of situations. From negotiating installment agreements and penalty abatements to addressing wage garnishments or tax liens, we work to protect your financial stability while bringing your account back into good standing. For audits, we handle all communication with the IRS on your behalf, ensuring your rights are protected and your case is presented clearly.

We know that every IRS matter is different, which is why we take the time to understand your unique circumstances before creating a strategy. Whether you’re a Naples-area business owner facing payroll tax issues or an individual anywhere in the country worried about penalties and interest, we’ll guide you through the process step by step, keeping you informed and supported along the way.

At Tax Expert Today LLC, our goal is not only to resolve your immediate IRS concerns but also to help prevent future issues. By addressing the root causes and implementing proactive tax strategies, we give you peace of mind and a path forward.

Schedule a consultation today to get the representation you need and the relief you deserve, from our office in Naples, Florida or remotely from anywhere in the U.S.

For the full picture of how representation works, the statutory options, and what to bring, see our dedicated Naples FL tax resolution page.

Where Can You Get Tax Resolution in Naples, FL?

Tax resolution in Naples, FL is handled by enrolled agents, CPAs, and attorneys, the three groups that hold practice rights before the IRS under Circular 230 §10.3. Tax Expert Today LLC works from a Naples office at 11983 Tamiami Trail N and represents Collier and Lee County taxpayers, and clients nationwide, in audits, collection matters, and penalty disputes.

A Naples tax resolution engagement generally runs in four stages, and the order matters because the IRS will not consider most relief until the earlier stages are complete.

1. Pull the record. Account, wage, and income transcripts establish what the IRS believes is owed, which years are open, and whether the collection statute is running. Representation is filed on Form 2848 so the IRS corresponds with the representative.
2. Reach filing compliance. Unfiled years are prepared first. The IRS generally requires a taxpayer to be current on filings before approving an installment agreement or an Offer in Compromise.
3. Select the option that the financials actually support. The four programs in the table above are not interchangeable. Which one fits is driven by reasonable collection potential, the age of the debt, and current income and expenses measured against IRS collection financial standards.
4. File, monitor, and prevent recurrence. After acceptance, the account is monitored for default triggers, and estimated payments or withholding are adjusted so a new balance does not accrue.

Enforcement that is already in motion is handled on a shorter clock. Levies, liens, and IRS wage garnishment carry statutory response windows, and a Collection Due Process request under IRC §6330 must generally be filed within 30 days of the notice date to preserve appeal rights. Naples taxpayers who have received a levy notice should treat the date on the notice as the operative deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does IRS tax resolution work in Naples, FL?

IRS tax resolution works the same way in Naples as anywhere else, because the programs are federal. A representative files Form 2848, pulls IRS transcripts, brings unfiled years current, and then applies for the program the financials support. What is local is the practitioner, the in-person meeting, and familiarity with Florida issues such as homestead protection and community property questions for taxpayers relocating from other states.

How long does an IRS resolution case take?

Timelines vary widely and no representative can promise a date. As general ranges, installment agreements are often decided within weeks once filings are current, penalty abatement requests commonly take several months, and Offers in Compromise are frequently pending for six months to a year or longer. Cases with unfiled returns take longer because the filing work has to be completed first.

Can a Naples tax resolution firm stop a wage garnishment or bank levy?

Relief is possible in many cases but is never automatic. Options include requesting a Collection Due Process hearing under IRC §6330, demonstrating that the levy creates an economic hardship under IRC §6343, entering an installment agreement, or establishing Currently Not Collectible status. The outcome depends on the taxpayer financial picture and on how much time remains on the notice.

Do you have to live in Naples to work with the firm?

No. IRS representation is federal, so Tax Expert Today LLC works with clients in all 50 states by secure video conference and represents concentrated client communities in Florida, California, Texas, and Georgia. Naples and Southwest Florida clients may meet at the Naples office, and taxpayers who prefer a page focused on local matters can read the Naples FL tax resolution page.

What should you bring to a first tax resolution consultation?

Bring every IRS notice received, the most recent filed return, a list of years believed to be unfiled, current pay or profit and loss information, and a rough monthly budget. That set is usually enough to identify which programs are realistic. Missing pieces can be reconstructed from IRS transcripts once representation is on file.